Biologist
CAMRIS

Overview

We are seeking a Biologist to support the National Institutes of Health's National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world. Candidates will work at a diverse and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support ongoing research activities as a contractor team member. Take the next big step in your career and apply below to help us make a difference.

CAMRIS International is a dynamic clinical research and international development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today's most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include: clinical research; vaccine research, microbiology and infectious disease research, development and production; biodefense; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs.

Our employees enjoy a diverse, collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Perform aseptic technique and culture of immortalized cell lines.
• Perform molecular biology and immunological techniques, including but not limited to nucleic acid extraction, PCR, RT-qPCR, and ELISA.
• Perform experiments with BSL-2 and BSL-3 pathogens.
• Perform work and be comfortable with handling small lab animals (mice).
• Perform infections in and harvest tissues from mice in ABSL-2 and ABSL-3 facilities.
• Perform subcutaneous, intraperitoneal, intramuscular, retroorbital, and intranasal inoculations in mice in ABSL-2 and ABSL-3 facilities.
• Process collected tissues for downstream assays, including but not limited to tissue homogenization, tissue digestion and immunostaining, virus titration, and RNA extraction.
• Maintain a mouse colony including breeding, genotyping, and census of laboratory animals.
• Order supplies and reagents for the lab.
• Maintain lab viral stocks and inventory.
• Establish protocols or instruction/SOP and maintain accurate experimental logs, with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in animal science, biology, or related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of related work experience.
• Requires vaccination against agents used in animals, including influenza virus.
• Excellent organizational, communication and writing skills required.
• Candidate must be detail oriented and able to work independently on assigned tasks.
• Strictly adhere to all safety in the lab and maintain any necessary certifications and trainings.
• Communicate and work as a team and interact with other laboratory personnel, having strong interpersonal skills.

CAMRIS International LLC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.CAMRIS.com . CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Public Trust-level background check, a requirement for this position under an active federal contract. The background check process may include, but is not limited to the following: (1) contacting your professional references; (2) verification of previous employment, education and credentials; (3) a criminal background check; (4) use/abuse of federally-controlled substances; and (5) a department of motor vehicle check. Candidates must be prepared to fully-complete any required background check questionnaire during initial onboarding.

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